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#1 Apr-07-20 9:31PM
- firemunkee
- Patagonian Toothfish
- From: Ashburn, VA
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Forecast for shad fishing this Friday
I was planning on going to chain bridge this Friday during the AM, but I realized it is supposed to rain Thursday and be really windy on Fri. I am so out of touch with fishing so I wanted to consult the experts. Will the river be too high? I was planning on throwing typically light tackle for shad. It seems like it may be too windy? I don't get many opportunities to go so I may go regardless of the wind as long as the water levels are safe 
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#2 Apr-08-20 4:56AM
- Curly
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Re: Forecast for shad fishing this Friday
Predicted to go from 4.2 to 4.5 feet. Should be fine.
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#3 Apr-08-20 5:19AM
- captmikestarrett
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Re: Forecast for shad fishing this Friday
Not fishing for subsistence is frowned upon. Just kidding as I will try my hand at shad next week for sure regardless.
I will be by myself and observe the 6 foot rules.
It will be good for my mental state.
Capt Mike
Light Tackle Fishing Guide on the Potomac
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#4 Apr-08-20 8:24AM
- firemunkee
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Re: Forecast for shad fishing this Friday
I know MD DNR suggested that. Technically I'll be in DC 🤪 did DC say something similar?
Total agree though, it will be good my mental health.
captmikestarrett wrote:
Not fishing for subsistence is frowned upon. Just kidding as I will try my hand at shad next week for sure regardless.
I will be by myself and observe the 6 foot rules.
It will be good for my mental state.
Capt Mike
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#5 Apr-08-20 8:33AM
- Ernie
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Re: Forecast for shad fishing this Friday
DC shad fishing OK...and as Curly said, the water level is fine.
Do remember that Fletcher's parking lot is closed.
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#6 Apr-08-20 10:29AM
- backtofuturetoyota
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- From: Stafford
- Registered: Jan-12-12
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Re: Forecast for shad fishing this Friday
I need to get out there for mental health too....ughhh.
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#7 Apr-08-20 1:31PM
- T.
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Re: Forecast for shad fishing this Friday
Finding a place to park to launch my kayak is proving difficult. Lots of places it's possible to launch that aren't too far, but nowhere to park now. With my new motor traveling a few miles is no big deal. Tell me about the Columbia Island Marina. I see all sorts of restrictive sign on Google streetview.
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#8 Apr-08-20 2:02PM
- Ernie
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Re: Forecast for shad fishing this Friday
They (Columbia Island Marina) were open last week.
Call them: (202) 347-0173
10-5 are their hours.
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#9 Apr-09-20 6:48AM
- hookup
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Re: Forecast for shad fishing this Friday
MD recently published a clarification to the stay-at-home order
No recreational boating or fishing
I'll try to find a link
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#10 Apr-09-20 8:47AM
- Ernie
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Re: Forecast for shad fishing this Friday
DC and VA allow fishing as long as you follow the distancing rules...
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#11 Apr-09-20 9:06AM
- captmikestarrett
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Re: Forecast for shad fishing this Friday
hookup wrote:
MD recently published a clarification to the stay-at-home order
No recreational boating or fishing
I'll try to find a link
I saw it today..but maybe next week will be better.
Capt Mike
Light Tackle Fishing Guide on the Potomac
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#12 Apr-09-20 11:25AM
- Ernie
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Re: Forecast for shad fishing this Friday
Recreational Fishing and Boating Prohibition
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources reminds all anglers that under Governor Larry Hogan’s Stay at Home order, recreational fishing and boating are prohibited activities.
Limited exceptions exist only for individuals who fish as a matter of sustenance. In all cases, catch-and-release fishing is strictly prohibited anywhere in Maryland.
The executive order states that no Maryland resident should leave their home unless it is for an essential job or for an essential reason, such as obtaining food or medicine, seeking urgent medical attention, or for other necessary purposes.
The governor’s executive order is in place until further notice and the intent is simple: stay home unless you absolutely must leave.
The COVID-19 pandemic is a serious global health crisis and the number of confirmed cases and deaths in Maryland rises everyday. Risking unnecessary exposure is not just a hazard for you -- it puts law enforcement, emergency responders, seniors, and vulnerable populations in danger. We will save lives by doing the right thing and simply staying home.
For any questions, please refer to the department's website.
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#13 Apr-10-20 4:35AM
- backtofuturetoyota
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Re: Forecast for shad fishing this Friday
But if I'm trying to catch dinner and keep catching the fish I don't eat......lol
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